As systems change becomes more urgent, so does the question of who has the power to shift systems. Does it lie with powerful insiders and institutions, or activists and social movements? Where does the power to initiate change come from and how can hard and soft power be harnessed together to shift a system? In … Continue reading The Power to Shift a System
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Speaking at the Change the World 2020 Conference
How do we navigate the future of food? Rather than speaking about one specific technology or idea, I want to show that we have so many different potential entry points and solutions to choose from. Change the World is the How To Academy's flagship conference that brings together the inspirational individuals and organisations forging a … Continue reading Speaking at the Change the World 2020 Conference
Vulnerability and resilience in Nordic food systems
While the COVID-19 pandemic exposes the vulnerabilities of food systems, it also provides an opportunity to build even greater resilience. Over the past couple of months, I have been collaborating with Amanda Wood and My Sellberg to develop this think piece for the Nordic Food Policy Lab of the Nordic Council of Ministers. We investigate … Continue reading Vulnerability and resilience in Nordic food systems
The Future of Green Public Procurement
How can we shift the habits, production, metrics and governance of our food systems towards sustainability? On 10 October, a group of experts within the food value chain came together to explore these questions during a side event on 'Systemic change in our food systems' at the C40 World Mayors Summit. Green public procurement of food provides … Continue reading The Future of Green Public Procurement
Citizen Engagement Feature in Apolitical
I'm so excited! I have been featured in the second instalment of Apolitical’s weeknote from the citizen engagement community. In this note, Apolitical showcases the best thoughts, ideas, tips and tricks from diligent public servants working in citizen engagement, bundled up and ready to be shared with citizen-minded public servants around the world. Don't know … Continue reading Citizen Engagement Feature in Apolitical